Madame De Treymes : Kessinger Publishing : 9781162672205 : 116267220X : 10 Sep 2010 : Madame De Treymes is a novella written by Edith Wharton, an American author known for her works on the upper-class society of New York. The book was first published in 1907 and is set in Paris, France. The story revolves around the protagonist, John Durham, an American lawyer who travels to Paris to prevent his cousin, the wealthy and powerful Mr. Henry James, from marrying a French woman named Madame De Treymes. Durham believes that Madame De Treymes is only interested in James' money and is not in love with him.As Durham tries to unravel the mystery surrounding Madame De Treymes, he becomes increasingly drawn to her and her sophisticated and enigmatic world. Through his interactions with Madame De Treymes and her family, Durham gains insight into the complexities of French society and the nuances of their social customs. He also learns about the sacrifices that individuals make in order to maintain